This is a Chelsea predicted lineup for their London derby with Brentford. This is a notoriously tricky opponent for the Blues and could derail their good run of form if they take their foot off the gas against high-scoring opposition.
Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Brentford in Premier League Clash
How Chelsea Have Lined Up Recently
Rob Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen have been sharing the goalkeeping duties. Moises Caicedo, Josh Acheampong, Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi, Tosin Adarabioyo, Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile, Wesley Fofana, Marc Cucurella, and Renato Veiga have all started across the back line.
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Caicedo has also started in midfield alongside Enzo Fernandez, Romeo Lavia, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and recent debutant Samuel Rak-Sayki. Pedro Neto, Noni Madueke, Jadon Sancho, Joao Felix, Carney Chukwuemeka, Tyrique George, Cole Palmer, and Christopher Nkunku have started across the attacking midfield line.
Nicolas Jackson is the number one striker with Marc Guiu starting in European ties, Nkunku can also play here if needed.
Chelsea Recent Form and Tactics
Enzo Mareca has remained true to his fluid 4-2-3-1/3-2-4-1 possession-focused setup. At times it can even resemble a 3-3-4 with the full-backs and their positioning being vital to the improved ball retention. Palmer and Enzo being pushed into central attacking areas has also allowed the team to be dangerous in and around the box using their technical capabilities.
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The Blues are on a strong run of form with a run of six wins on the bounce with nine undefeated in all competitions. The last defeat was EFL Cup loss to Newcastle United. After looking goal-shy in draws with Arsenal and Manchester United the dam has broken with the squad looking capable of outscoring anyone they come across.
Chelsea Injuries to Consider
According to PremierInjuries there are only three absentees from the main squad. Reece James is injured, as is Fofana, while Neto is suspended for this one, which earned him a trip to play against Astana in the Conference League.
Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs Brentford
GK – Rob Sanchez
LB – Marc Cucurella
CB – Benoit Badiashile
CB – Levi Colwill
RB – Moises Caicedo
DM – Romeo Lavia
DM – Enzo Fernandez
AM – Jadon Sancho
AM – Cole Palmer
AM – Noni Madueke
ST – Nicolas Jackson
